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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

Winter Games: Wins, Whims and Worries

Norway finished top of the medal table with 41 prizes, including 18 golds, followed by the United States and Italy. Yet numbers alone miss the drama that unfolded on and off the slopes. The spotlight fell on figure skater Alysa Liu, who after a brief retirement returned to win gold. Her performan

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Putting Europe First: Why Countries Should Work Together

Germany's finance chief, Lars Klingbeil, recently spoke out about the need for European Union (EU) countries to put aside their own interests and work together. He believes that the EU is at a crucial point where unity is more important than ever. Klingbeil made these comments before a meeting of EU

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Feb 14 2026BUSINESS

Germany's Tax Rules: What's Changing and Why It Matters

Germany is looking for opinions on new tax rules. These rules are about something called a "permanent establishment. " This term is important for businesses that operate in more than one country. The goal is to make sure everyone understands when a business has a permanent establishment in Germany.

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Feb 06 2026POLITICS

Police Open Case on Former PM Jagland Using Epstein Files

Norway's economic crime police unit, Oekokrim, started an investigation into former prime minister Thorbjoern Jagland. The probe focuses on allegations of aggravated corruption linked to Epstein files. It follows the release of new documents about the late U. S. sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Jaglan

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

EU's Big Four Plan to Tackle Trade and Tech Challenges

Germany and France are teaming up with Poland, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands to form a new group focused on boosting Europe's economic strength. This move comes as European countries look to reduce their reliance on imports from places like China and address concerns about global trade barriers.

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Norway's Defence Minister: NATO's Biggest Challenge is Russia

Norway's Defence Minister, Tore Sandvik, has spoken out about the current state of NATO. He believes the alliance is facing tough times, especially with the ongoing dispute over Greenland. However, he insists that the main threat to NATO and its members is still Russia. Sandvik's comments come at a

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Jan 20 2026FINANCE

Germany's Buy Now, Pay Later Boom: What's Next?

Germany's Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) scene is heating up, with big changes on the horizon. By 2026, this market is set to hit $83. 46 billion, growing at a steady pace. But what's really interesting is how the market is evolving. Right now, the BNPL space is crowded with big names like Klarna, PayPa

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Germany's Mixed Bag: EVs, Economy, and Social Issues

Germany is making headlines with a mix of economic updates, environmental debates, and social concerns. The government has reintroduced subsidies for electric vehicles (EVs), but not everyone is happy. Critics argue that including hybrid vehicles in the subsidy program undermines the environmental b

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Germany's Big Bet on Electric Cars: What's the Deal?

Germany is going all-in on electric cars. They're not just talking about it; they're putting real money into it. The government is offering up to 6, 000 euros for each electric car bought. That's a lot of cash! In total, they've set aside 3 billion euros for this plan. This money can help about 800,

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Trump's Greenland Move Sparks EU Trade War Worries

Germany is not happy. The country's finance minister has said that US President Donald Trump has crossed a line. The issue? Trump's threat to put extra taxes on NATO allies who didn't support his plan to buy Greenland. This is not the first time Trump has caused trouble. He often creates conflicts.

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